“All it can do is, hopefully, prevent another family and friends from having to deal with such a tragedy.”

White’s family filed a $1-million lawsuit against the cruise line, the vessel’s captain and an entertainment company. In allegations not proven in court, the family contends the boat did not stop for at least 15 minutes after White fell overboard.

“The family doesn’t care about the money,” said Riach.

“They just want to make sure that nothing ever happens like this again.”

Mariposa Cruises has said it has co-operated fully with investigative authorities, and in the aftermath last year provided its own timeline of events, saying the captain “immediately” put the ship in neutral after White fell to reverse course and rescue the fallen ­passenger.

The company also has said protocols were followed and all members of the ship’s crew take yearly safety training.

Since White’s death, Brose planted a tree in honour of employees it has lost, including Keith, said Riach. Friends have also donated to Jumpstart, a charity that gives children sports equipment, in his name.

“Keith may be gone physically,” said Riach, “but lives in many people’s hearts and never will be forgotten.”

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